Charred Woman's Body Found in Iowa Haystack Mystery
State agents and Des Moines detectives hunt two suspects after a charred female body was found in a burned haystack on the George Patterson farm near Carlisle Iowa The investigation centers on a July 24 sighting of a Polk county car and reports of a roadside incident involving several men A bead necklace and an old silver brooch with a butterfly motif are among clues as authorities seek the victim's identity and motive.
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Associated Press
Carlisle
Iowa
Polk
Warren Counties
Des Moines
George Patterson
Here
D. A. Auckelberry
Polk County
Nan
Walter Fleming
DeFord
Warren County
Secon
Ross Kerry
Palmyra
Presbyterian Church Marks 75th Anniversary in Crawfordsville
The Presbyterian church in Crawfordsville celebrated its 75th anniversary with a morning service attended by other churches. Rev. A. T. James led the service and reading of the congregation’s history. Dr. McDonald of Parsons College gave an address on rural churches and federation as a remedy. An evening program featured talks, music, and a sermon on the value of human life versus material views.
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Crawfordsville
Presbyterian
A. T. James
W. C. Porter
United Presbyterian Church
Myrtle Orris
Jesus
Solomon Coe
Mary McCoy
Mary Twinam
Charles W. McCleary
Samuel McFadden
Fred Haynes
Harry
Paul Cotton
McDonald
Parsons College
Jesus Christ
Bowers
Oskaloosa
Charles Davis
Haskins
J. A. Moorhead
Mina McCleary
Myrtie McCleary
Elat
Africa
Drop in Wheat Prices After Government Yield Projections
The wheat market dropped nearly six cents a bushel as government reports suggested a much larger 1925 US and Canada yield. May delivery fell to 1.60 1 2 from 1.66 1 8 to 1.66 3 8, with heavy initial selling followed by rapid rebounds as active trading shifted.
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Associated Press
Chicago
United States
Canada
Valuations in Five Counties Are Adjusted
Des Moines August 11 The state executive council adjusted farm land values in five counties after protests by eight counties representatives. Cerro Gordo and Grundy counties saw notable changes while Muscatine resisted city propery reductions.
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Des Moines
Muscatine
Ace County
Crawford County
Grundy County
Ten Per Cent Gain for Capons Is About Right
G L Stevenson of South Dakota Agricultural College says a 10 percent gain is about all capons achieve while lighter breeds like leghorns gain nothing. Caponizing may pay if done as birds develop wattles and combs, two weeks before marketing, with fattening rations. Feathers should be dry picked, especially white ones, to fetch 85 to cents per pound.
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G. L. Stevenson
South Dakota Agricultural College
Stevenson
Differences Between Swordfish and Sawfish
The swordfish belongs to the mackerel family and has a large protruding bony snout that can pierce small boats. The sawfish, a member of the shark family, has a long flat snout with 20 to 25 teeth on each side.
A Sermon on Man Made in God’s Image by Dr. McDonald
The speaker contrasts views of man with sheep and asserts that humans are created in God’s image and destined for eternity. He argues this view sharpens awareness of sin, fosters love for others, and raises moral living, citing John 3 16 and Jesus as demonstration of divine love. The closing remarks praise Dr. McDonald’s popularity.
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Jesus
God
Dr. McDonald
Adoption of Girl by E J Browning Is Annulled Today
New York Aug 11 The adoption of Mary Lauree Spas by Edward T Browning a millionaire real estate operator was annulled by Surrogate Nobles Queens county on the ground that the girl had misrepresented her age The age issue was the only point presented by District Attorney Newcomb who entered the motion for revocation Mary was present as was her foster father
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Jesus
New York
Mary Lauree Spas
Edward T. Browning
Nobles
Queens County
Newcomb
Brooke Art Leads In Vote Counted
A senate committee recount in Iowa shows Steck with a 340 net gain over Brookhart after 43 counties, with Brookhart holding a slight lead in Linn county and further recounts expected in Lee, Louisa, Lucas, and Lyons counties.
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Brooke Art
Felated Presse
Washington
Senate
Iowa
Nousath
Steck Democrat
Brouokhart
Brookhart
Steck
Lee County
Linn
Louisa
Lucas
Lyons
Crosses Corn End Squash By Crossing Bustard Squash
Wyetha pehenet er develops the yon a green fruit with crane stripe pattern.
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Wyetha Peheneter
Privileged class quote from Pittsburgh Gazette Thones
A brief op-ed line defines privilege as anyone who has something we desire but cannot obtain, attributed to the Pittsburgh Gazette Thones. The remark frames privilege as access to coveted resources beyond reach.
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Pittsburgh Gazette
Labor leader attacks judiciary in Ohio speech
William Green of the AFL told the Ohio Federation of Labor that five million workers will curb state and national judiciarys to restore liberty. He linked judicial appointments to politicians and urged an intensive campaign to add 10 million members, warning against communism and defending religious and political freedom.
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Sthubenville
Ubhio
Wihch
William Green
American Federation of Labor
Ohio Federation of Labor
Judeen
Bennett
Green
Samuel Gompers
Jens
Pideral
Organized Labor
Hie
Jabor
Federation
Fouir
How It May Work Out
A Boston Transcript quips that Stop Look and Listen may be a safety sign for trains. It notes a cynical bachelor warns stopping to admire a pretty woman could lead to listening to her later on.
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Traiia
Boston Transcript
Backward Birds and the Canary Question
A girl named Dorothy asks her mother why the two light green canaries in a cage seem different. The scene unfolds as Dorothy notices the birds and inquires if they are ripe, prompting maternal reflection.
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Dorothy
Mummie
Old Rowley Nickname Tied to King Charles II’s Goat and Horse
Charles II of England was nicknamed Old Rowley after a goat kept in the king's garden. His favorite race horse also bore the name Rowley, influencing a famous race name.
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Charles II
England
Professor's Error Sparks Fossil Find Debate
A Tulane professor proclaims that human fossils are never discovered, sparking debate as observers report seeing fossils-like remains walking the streets in New Orleans, raising questions about paleontological claims and public perception.
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Tulane
New Orleans
Condition of Mrs. Vandervoort Improves at Parkersburg
In Parkersburg Iowa Aug 11 the condition of Mrs Della Vandervoort shot by her 17 year old son Warren after he killed his father Rev A J Vandervoort last Thursday night is more encouraging with a fair recovery prospect. She rested better and does not discuss her son who is jailed in Butler county Allison 12 miles away. Funeral arrangements for Rev Vandervoort at Reinbeck set for 2 PM Wednesday with Masonic services.
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Parkersburg
Della Barber Vandervoort
Warren
A. J. Vandervoort
Apple Crop In Iowa Estimated By State Expert
Des Moines August 11 The condition of the Iowa apple crop on August 1 was 40 to 42 percent. Summer apples 41 percent fall apples 42 percent and winter apples 41 percent. Estimates show 28 percent summer 35 percent fall and 37 percent winter varieties. Early potatoes 6 percent of normal. Plums 29 percent grapes 46 percent, sweet corn 85 percent and peaches 6 percent.
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Associated Press
Des Moines
Iowa
R. S. Herrick
Sudan grass found good to reinforce pastures
Drought hit Minnesota pastures as farmers turn hay land to pasture. Sudan grass seeded at 80 pounds per acre can yield pasture in 40 to 10 days under normal conditions. Sweet clover 12 pounds per acre may be inoculated where soil is favorable. Rape provides pasture for hogs and sheep with four pounds per acre. Corn seed can help extend pastures later in the season.
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Minnesota
Sudan
Amny
University of Minnesota Agricultural College
Framingham Riot Tied to Klan Meeting Leaves Dozens Held
Framingham Massachusetts police detained 75 men after a Klan gathering near the Libby farm erupted in a shooting. Five men were wounded and two residents airlifted to hospital as state troopers searched the Libby house and barn for weapons.
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Framingham
Mass
Perley Liby
Libby
Libby House
East Sudbury
Alonzo Foley
Thomas Sliney
Saxonville
Framingham Hospital
Foley
Sliney
William Bradley
Edmund Purcell
Perfume Market in Egypt Draws European Residents
A readable note describes perfumes and toilet preparations in Egypt as inexpensive for natives, while European residents and foreigners buy products from their own countries.
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Egypt
Eyelid Talking System Reported by Canadian Detectives
Canadian detectives reveal a method called eyelid talking as a silent communication system to outwit suspects and convey messages without speech. The technique relies on controlled eyelid movements to signal letters or words in covert interviews.
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Terps Creu
Dan Desdunes
Ormada
Ku Klux Wien
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Cerro Gordo County
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E. J. Browning
Tion
Mary
PROM
Countess of Craven
Earl of Craven
Countess of Cathcart
Earl of Cathcart
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Billy
Lotsar
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